Reading Rockets
What is the main idea of a story?
It’s the most important point or message the story is trying to tell.
What does “predict” mean in reading?
To guess what might happen next based on clues from the text.
What should you do if you feel frustrated in class?
Take deep breaths, ask for help, or take a short break if allowed.
What is a topic sentence?
The main idea of a paragraph, usually the first sentence.
What do you do before reading a passage?
Preview the title, pictures, and headings; make predictions.
Name one character trait and describe it.
“Brave — someone who does something even when they’re scared.”
What is a synonym for “happy”?
Joyful, cheerful, glad.
Name one way to show kindness to a classmate.
Share supplies, give a compliment, or help them when they need it.
Name one transition word used in writing.
First, next, then, finally, however, because.
Name the 4P's of Prediction
Prior Knowledge, Patterns, Pictures and Proving.
What is a summary of a story?
A short retelling of the main events in your own words.
Define the word "challenge" and use it in a sentence.
"A difficult task or situation that requires effort, skill or determination to complete or overcome."
“Climbing the mountain was a big challenge for me.”
What is self-control? Give an example.
Managing your emotions or actions.
Example: Not interrupting when someone else is talking.
Spell the word “excited" and use it in a sentence.
“I was excited to go on the field trip.”
Name the four types of Question-Answer Relationship Questions (QAR).
Right There
Think and Search
Writer and Me
On My Own
What is the difference between fiction and nonfiction?
Fiction is made-up; nonfiction is true and based on real events.
Identify the noun and verb in this sentence: “The dog ran fast.”
Dog is the noun. Ran is the verb.
Why is teamwork important?
It helps us solve problems together, share ideas, and get more done.
What should you include in the conclusion of a paragraph?
A sentence that wraps up the main idea or restates the topic.
How can you be a better learner next year?
By listening more, asking questions, trying harder, or being more organized.
Identify the setting and explain why it matters.
The setting is where and when the story takes place; it helps create the mood and supports the plot.
What is a compound word? Give two examples.
A word made of two smaller words.
Examples: toothbrush, rainbow.
Share a time you used a strategy to stay calm.
This answer can vary! Breathing, counting, or talking to someone are all good examples of keeping your composure!
What makes a good opinion writing piece?
A clear opinion, reasons to support it, and a strong closing.
Describe a time you didn’t know the meaning of a word while reading. What strategies did you use to figure it out, and what was the word?
Sample Answer:
“One time I didn’t know what the word ‘abandoned’ meant in a story. The sentence said, ‘The abandoned house had broken windows and was covered in vines.’ I used context clues from the description to guess that abandoned meant no one lived there anymore. I was right!”